Restaurant Director

Set along the dazzling Bosphorus waterfront in the historic district of Karaköy, The Peninsula Istanbul provides a showcase for both vibrant Turkish culture and superlative hospitality within Galataport, a new waterfront revitalisation project. The hotel is comprised of four exquisite buildings – three of them historic and beautifully restored – and welcomes guests arriving by land or sea.

• An exceptional opportunity to join our high-profile hotel in Istanbul.
• The Peninsula Hotels espouses luxury service, dedication to our customers, and commitment to our employees. 
• Be a part of the highly experienced team.

Key Accountabilities

• Planning, leading and guiding all aspects of the restaurant, bar, terrace, private dining spaces in conjunction with the Gallada Head Chef.
• Liaising with Chef Director, EAM Food and Beverage and Director of Brand Marketing and Communications in designing and developing the restaurant and bar’s marketing and promotion strategies.
• Develop and execute strong strategies to elevate guest experience.
• To carry full responsibility in meeting the financial targets of the business units. 
• To streamline processes and to increase productivity.  
• Ensuring customer feedback is communicated throughout the Food and Beverage and Culinary Departments to create an environment where the customer is at the center.
• Ensuring restaurant expectations are well communicated to the team and constantly observed to ensure full adherence.
• Following up and ensuring reservations, VIP bookings and requests are personally managed and openly communicated with the team.
• Coaching, mentoring and guiding staff to achieve high performance in all phases of service and job functions by ensuring staff retention and high engagement.

General Requirements

• 8–10 years of experience in the domestic and overseas restaurants at high standards in the relevant fields of food and beverage industry in a similar role within a diverse Restaurant and Bar complex, preferably with Michelin experience as a Restaurant Director or General Manager.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to project manage a large restaurant and bar operation with high volume.
• Experienced in managing fine dining establishments as well as market leading bar and bespoke events.
• Experienced in all beverage related operation, wines and cocktail program
• Communicate effectively with influence at all levels in both verbal and written forms. Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in financial acumen and good knowledge of financial tools and processes.
• Fluent in Turkish & English language.

We would be delighted to receive your CV and will liaise directly with suitable applicants.